Are dogs allowed on Catharine Valley Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Catharine Valley Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Catharine Valley Trail?

No, Catharine Valley Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Catharine Valley Trail?

Catharine Valley Trail is rated easy. It is 4.0 miles long with 167 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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EasyOut and Back

New York

Catharine Valley Trail

Watkins Glen, New York

4.0 mi

Distance

167 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 20m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Catharine Valley Trail is a state park and recreation trail located in Schuyler and Chemung counties, New York. The park is located near Watkins Glen State Park and maintained by its staff, as well as by volunteers.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:135 ft

Max:145 ft

51 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.